Gemma Chan Bio | Wiki
Gemma Chan is a popular English actress who appeared in independent films Exam (2009), Submarine (2010) and Belles Familles (2015). She performed in the British premiere of Yellow Face at The Park Theatre and Our Ajax at the Southwark Playhouse. Gemma had minor roles in Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit (2014), Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016), and Transformers: The Last Knight (2017).
She appeared as a servile anthropomorph in the science fiction series Humans (2015–2018) to critical praise. Gemma gained widespread recognition for portraying Astrid Leong-Teo in Jon M. Chu’s romantic comedy Crazy Rich Asians (2018), which was a critical and commercial hit. Gemma along with the ensemble was nominated for the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Cast in a Motion Picture.
She played Bess of Hardwick in the historical drama Mary Queen of Scots (2018) as well as voiced the antagonist Namaari in Disney’s animated film Raya and the Last Dragon (2021). In Marvel Studios’ Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), Gemma portrayed Minn-Erva in Captain Marvel (2019) prior to headlining Eternals (2021) as Sersi.
Gemma Chan Age
Gemma was born on November 29, 1982, in London, England. She is 41 years old. Gema celebrates her birthday on November 29, every year.
Gemma Chan Height
She is a woman of above-average stature. Gemma stands at a height of 5 ft 9 in ( Approx 1.75m ).
Gemma Chan Parents
She was born at Guy’s Hospital in London, England. Gemma’s father was an engineer who grew up in Hong Kong while her mother was a pharmacist and raised in Greenock, Scotland, following her parents emigrating from Hong Kong. She was brought up in Locksbottom in the London Borough of Bromley.
Gemma Chan Sister
She has a sister named Helen who works as an associate director at the financial PR firm Buchanan.
Gemma Chan Boyfriend | Husband | Dating
Gemma is in a relationship with Dominic Cooper an actor known due to his portrayal of the comic book characters Jesse Custer on the AMC show Preacher (2016–2019). The two began dating in 2018 and reside together in London. Before, Gemma dated English comedian Jack Whitehall from 2011 until 2017.
Gemma Chan Education
She went to Newstead Wood School for Girls in Orpington, London, and went on to study law at Worcester College, Oxford. After graduation, Gemma got a training contract offer as a graduate at the law firm Slaughter and May but turned it down to study at the Drama Centre London and pursue an acting career.
Gemma Chan Captain Marvel
Gemma appeared in Captain Marvel (2019) in a supporting role as Minn-Erva, a sniper who is part of the Kree Starforce. This role required an extensive amount of prosthetic makeup, described as “four layers of airbrush paint” that took four hours to apply. Captain Marvel had the sixth-biggest opening of all time to critical success.
Gemma Chan Movies And Tv Shows
– When Evil Calls (2006) as Molly Nelson
– The Double (2013) as Glamorous Judge
– Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit (2014) as Amy Chang
– Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016) as Madam Ya Zhou
– Transformers: The Last Knight (2017) as Quintessa (voice)
– Mary Queen of Scots (2018) as Elizabeth Hardwick
– Captain Marvel (2019) as Minn-Erva
– Eternals (2021) as Sersi
– Doctor Who (2009) as Mia Bennett
– The IT Crowd (2010) as Ivana / Female Sulu
– Fresh Meat (2011) as Ruth
– Death in Paradise (2013) as Jennifer Cheung
– Revolting Rhymes (2016) as Snow White (voice)
– Hotel Transylvania: The Series (2017-2020) as Kurma
– I Am Hannah (2019) as Hannah
Gemma Chan Eternals
In November 2021 saw the release of the Marvel Studios film Eternals, in which Gemma starred as Sersi, a member of the titular race. Eternals is directed by Chloé Zhao, who wrote the screenplay with Patrick Burleigh, Ryan Firpo, and Kaz Firpo.
Gemma Chan Dominic Cooper
Gemma is in a relationship with Dominic Cooper an actor known due to his portrayal of the comic book characters Jesse Custer on the AMC show Preacher (2016–2019). The two began dating in 2018 and reside together in London.
Gemma Chan Jack Whitehall
She dated Jack Whitehall a comedian, actor, presenter, and writer known for starring as JP in the series Fresh Meat (2011–2016). The two dated from 2011 until 2017.
Gemma Chan Crazy Rich Asians
In 2018, Gemma co-starred as Astrid Leong-Teo in the film Crazy Rich Asians. Initially asked to portray the lead, Gemma preferred the “more intriguing” role of Astrid. Gemma first heard about the novel Crazy Rich Asians in a text message from her sister, read it on holiday, and “fell in love with Astrid”. The film was the highest-grossing romantic comedy of the decade and received critical acclaim for its cast, visuals and on-screen representation.
Gemma Chan Fantastic Beasts
She portrayed American witch Madame Ya Zhou in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016), which became nominated for five BAFTAs.
Gemma Chan Sersi
She starred as Sersi, a member of the titular race in the Marvel Studios film Eternals.
Gemma Chan Net Worth
Gemma gets her wealth from her work as an actress who appeared in independent films Exam (2009), Submarine (2010), and Belles Familles (2015). Therefore, Gemma has accumulated a decent fortune over the years. Gemma’s estimated net worth is $6 million.
How Tall Is Gemma Chan
Gemma is a woman of above-average stature who stands at a height of 5 ft 9 in ( Approx 1.75m ).
How Old Is Gemma Chan
Gemma is a 41-year-old who was born on November 29, 1982, in London, England.
Who Is Gemma Chan
Gemma is an actress who appeared in the independent films Exam (2009), Submarine (2010), and Belles Familles (2015). She performed in the British premiere of Yellow Face at The Park Theatre and Our Ajax at the Southwark Playhouse. Gemma had minor roles in Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit (2014), Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016) and Transformers: The Last Knight (2017).
Gemma Chan Social Media Account
Instagram – gemmachan